Sean Mirkes
About Sean Mirkes
Sean Mirkes serves as the Senior Vice President of Logic Development at Ampere Computing, where he leads a team dedicated to innovating cloud technology. With over 25 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, he has a strong background in microprocessor design and has previously held significant roles at Intel and Cypress Semiconductor.
Work at Ampere
Sean Mirkes currently holds the position of Senior Vice President of Logic Development at Ampere Computing, a role he has occupied since 2021. He previously served as Vice President of Logic Development from 2018 to 2020. In his current role, he leads a team dedicated to innovating cloud technology, specifically focusing on the development of Cloud Native Processors tailored for the hyperscale market. His work at Ampere emphasizes advancing the capabilities and performance of microprocessors in cloud computing environments.
Education and Expertise
Sean Mirkes earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from the University of Washington College of Engineering. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in the semiconductor industry. With over 25 years of experience, he possesses a deep understanding of technical concepts, architecture, systems, and development methods related to microprocessor design. This expertise has been instrumental in his contributions to the field.
Background
Sean Mirkes has a significant history in the semiconductor industry, beginning his career as an intern at Cypress Semiconductor from 1995 to 1996. He then joined Intel, where he worked for 22 years as a Senior Principal Engineer, contributing to multiple generations of microprocessor designs. His experience at Intel involved major contributions to microarchitecture, logic design, circuit design, and design efficiency, which laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in the industry.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Sean Mirkes has made substantial contributions to the design and development of high-performance microprocessors. His work has spanned various aspects of microprocessor design, including microarchitecture, logic design, and circuit design. These contributions have significantly impacted design efficiency across multiple generations of microprocessors, showcasing his expertise and commitment to advancing technology in the semiconductor field.